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Amazon Ex-Exec Doug Gurr Heads UK Competition Watchdog Amid Tech Probes
Theguardian.com
- Doug Gurr, ex-Amazon UK leader, now chairs UK's Competition Authority.
- CMA begins tech investigation starting with Google's search dominance.
- Gurr's appointment as chair sparks union concerns over Amazon ties.
- Trade unions fear Gurr may compromise workers' rights.
- Government claims Gurr will boost economic growth.
- Critics say Gurr's role threatens CMA's regulatory independence.
- Amazon affirms commitment to competition and fair practices.
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